Wind forecast Ballymahon today

Wind in Ballymahon right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Ballymahon

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 5 and 22 km/h (3 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 41 km/h (25 mph) at Mon 09:00. Speeds are in km/h with miles per hour underneath. Direction is where the wind comes from.

Seven-day gust outlook

The windiest day of the week is Fri 9/10 with gusts to 50 km/h (31 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 24 km/h (15 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Ballymahon

Ballymahon, or Baile Uí Mhatháin, is located in County Longford, an inland county in the province of Leinster. The town is approximately 84 km from the coast. As with most inland locations in Ireland, the prevailing winds are from the southwest, influenced by Atlantic weather systems. Wind speeds in Ballymahon will generally be lower than at coastal sites due to increased friction over land. However, gusts can still be significant, particularly in open areas. The county experiences its windiest spells in winter and early spring as frontal systems cross, with open bogland and flat plains elsewhere in the county noted as gust hotspots. The mean 10 m wind across the county is roughly 3.5-5.5 m/s, though this is an approximate county-level figure.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Ballymahon largely mirrors that of the wider midlands region. Winter and early spring typically bring the strongest winds, often associated with Atlantic depressions. During these periods, wind speeds and gust potential are at their highest. As the year progresses into summer and autumn, the region generally experiences calmer conditions. This makes County Longford one of the calmest regions in Ireland during these seasons. While sea breezes can affect coastal areas in summer, Ballymahon's inland location means this phenomenon is not a significant factor here. Gusts will consistently exceed the mean wind speed, a characteristic of wind behaviour across Ireland.

Exposure and shelter

Ballymahon is situated in a relatively flat, open inland midlands county. This terrain, characterised by farmland and bog, offers limited natural shelter from the wind. While buildings within the town provide some localised shelter, particularly in their lee, open areas around Ballymahon will experience more direct wind exposure. The flat plains and open bogland elsewhere in the county are noted for uninterrupted gusts in winter. The absence of significant hills or large bodies of water immediately adjacent to the town means that funnelling effects are less likely to be a dominant factor. Wind chill can be a consideration, especially during colder, windier periods, as the perceived temperature can be lower than the actual air temperature.

Local uses of the wind forecast

The wind forecast is relevant for several local activities and industries in Ballymahon. For agriculture, a key sector in County Longford, wind speed and direction are important for tasks such as spraying and silage timing. Manufacturing and food processing, also present in the county, may consider wind for ventilation or structural integrity. The emerging sector of bog restoration and energy will find wind data useful for planning and operational efficiency. Building and roofing work requires an understanding of wind conditions for safety and material handling. For those engaging in outdoor pursuits like walking or GAA pitches, wind information helps in planning activities and understanding potential wind chill.

Near Ballymahon

Ballymahon is in Co. Longford, one of 4 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Mt Dillon (23 km), Mullingar (27 km) and Gurteen (60 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Sliabh Bawn Wind Farm, about 28 km away.

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